Last time I brought up the anchor, the windlass stopped working. No up, no down. And, it was not under any strain other than the weight of the anchor as it was coming up. I've had the boat about 18 months and have used the anchoring system at least a dozen times with no problems until this one...

Wanted to see if anyone has converted their 8v71-TI canister oil filters to remotely mounted spin ons? If so, do you have the part numbers and source of the items needed to make the conversion? Thanks.

I posted a thread yesterday asking some questions on the 12 point monitor system. Come to find out, my boat, an early 1978 53' YF, was equipped with a 4 point monitor. They apparently changed to the 12 point version later in the production year. What confused me was the schematics that were...

I just purchased a 1978, 53' MY. The previous owner was not very helpful with information on how systems were used or where shutoff valves were located. My questions center around that topic. I am hoping that there is another owner of the same vintage of boat that can help out. 1. I can not...

I have been wondering what the original prop size was for a 1972 45c with 8v71 naturals /n70 injectors/m20 gears would be and what real world prop size people have used with speed and rpm numbers if available. The current props are stamped 26x26 4 blade but i have not had them worked yet so i do...

I have a 2002 50C which will soon need new shaft bearings. Hatteras used a waffled Thordon cutlass bearing for noise (bearing squeal at low speed?) and supposedly longer life but at double the cost. Does anyone have experience with these bearings vs standard Duramax nitrile bearings? Definitely...

When did Hatteras stop using balsa coring in the hull sides and topside? Also, when did they stop using wood in the stringers?

Planning to look at a 52 Cpmy and 52 Sportdeck my. They look the same with the exception of the cockpit vs swim platform and roomy for a 52 footer. Not sure I have ever seen one, is there anything we need to look for such as any common issues? The cockpit looks small but appeals to us because of...